Aquasana HealthShield whole-house vs Aquasana Rhino + Salt-Free Water Conditioner
Only the Aquasana HealthShield whole-house is certified to reduce PFAS and VOCs. Verdict: the Aquasana HealthShield whole-house for broader certified protection (2 vs 0 of the contaminants we track); the Aquasana Rhino + Salt-Free Water Conditioner if running cost matters more. Replacement filters and water for 2 people cost about $2,045 a year on the Aquasana HealthShield whole-house and $641 on the Aquasana Rhino + Salt-Free Water Conditioner; they cost $4,198 and $3,546 to buy.
| Aquasana HealthShield whole-house | Aquasana Rhino + Salt-Free Water Conditioner | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Whole-house | Whole-house |
| Price | $4,198 | $3,546 |
| Filters + water a year (2 people) | $2,045 | $641 |
| Filter cost per gallon (rated life) | — | — |
| Gallons per day | — | — |
| Pure to drain | — | — |
| Installation | plumber | plumber |
| PFAS | Certified | — |
| Chlorine | Brand test only | Brand test only |
| Chloramine | Brand test only | — |
| VOCs | Certified | — |